Sausage, Cheese And Tomato Strata Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350掳F (175掳C) and grease a baking dish.
• STEP 2.In a skillet, cook the sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
• STEP 3.Layer half of the bread cubes in the greased baking dish. Top with half of the cooked sausage, tomatoes, and cheese. Repeat the layers.
• STEP 4.In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the baking dish.
• STEP 5.Cover the dish with foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
• STEP 6.Bake the strata in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
• STEP 7.Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 8.Serve the strata hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
• STEP 9.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• You can use any type of bread for this recipe, such as French bread, sourdough, or whole wheat.
• Feel free to customize the ingredients by adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
• For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage instead of mild.
• If you don't have time to refrigerate the strata overnight, let it sit for at least 30 minutes before baking to allow the bread to soak up the egg mixture.
• To reheat leftovers, place individual portions in the microwave or oven until heated through.

Storage and Serving

• This strata is best served hot, straight from the oven.
• If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• To reheat, place individual portions in the microwave or oven until heated through.
• Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a green salad for a complete meal.